Will the Hornady 390944 #2 pilot fit standard .223 Remington or .22-250 brass cases?

No, this pilot is specifically precision-machined to a 0.228-inch diameter for .228-calibre cartridges like the .22 Savage High-Power and 5.6x52mmR. Standard .224-inch cartridges require the #1 pilot (Model 390943) to ensure proper alignment and prevent case neck damage.

Which case trimmers are compatible with the Hornady 390944 #2 pilot?

This pilot is engineered specifically to install directly into the cutter head of the Hornady Cam-Lock Case Trimmer (Item #050140), legacy Hornady case trimmers, and Hornady Case Prep Centers using standard set-screw clamping. It is not cross-compatible with threaded pilots from brands like Forster or RCBS.

Do I need any special electrical certifications or power adapters to use this trimmer pilot in Australia?

No electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certification is required for this product. The Hornady 390944 is a purely mechanical, unpowered steel reloading accessory designed for manual or drill-adapted bench setups in Australian workshops.

Case Trimmer Pilot - Hornady 390944

The Hornady 390944 Cam Lock Case Trimmer Pilot #2 is a precision reloading accessory designed to align cartridge cases during the case length trimming process. Manufactured from precision-machined, hardened tool steel, this mechanical pilot inserts into the cutter head of compatible Hornady trimming systems. Its primary function is to guide and centre the inside of the case mouth directly on the trimmer spindle, eliminating case wobble and ensuring a square, uniform cut across manual and drill-adapted trimming workflows.

Key Features

Internal Neck Guidance: Centres the case mouth on the trimmer spindle to ensure square, repeatable trim lengths across single-case workflows.
Durable Construction: Precision-machined from hardened tool steel to withstand repeated case insertion without abrasive wear.
Tool Compatibility: Installs directly into the Hornady Cam-Lock Case Trimmer (Item #050140), original legacy Hornady Case Trimmers, and Hornady Case Prep Centers using standard set-screw clamping.
Mechanical Operation: Fully manual, unpowered design requiring no electrical connections or external power sources.

Product Specifications

Product: Hornady Cam-Lock Case Trimmer Pilot #2
Model Number: 390944
Pilot Diameter: 0.228 inches (5.8mm)
Material: Hardened tool steel
Tool Fitment: Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer, Hornady Legacy Trimmers, Hornady Case Prep Centers
Power Requirement: None (manual/mechanical)

Who is the Hornady Cam-Lock Case Trimmer Pilot #2 (.228 Caliber) for?

Handloaders reloading .22 Savage High-Power and 5.6x52mmR cartridges — fits the exact 0.228-inch internal neck diameter of these classic European and American hunting cases to prevent spindle wobble during case trimming.
Vintage rifle shooters maintaining .228-calibre firearms — provides a dedicated 0.228-inch case trimmer pilot to support precise case length restoration and uniform mouth squaring on legacy rifle brass.

Less suitable for: Handloaders trimming standard .224-inch cases (such as .223 Remington or .22-250) or .243-inch/6mm calibres; these applications require dedicated .224-calibre (#1) or .243-calibre (#3) case trimmer pilots respectively.

SKU	HN102880LP
Model #	390944
Brand	Hornady
Shipping Weight	0.1000kg

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